1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
